Slow and Steady Security: Lessons from the Tortoise and the Hare

What can Aesop’s fable “The Tortoise and the Hare” teach us about security? A lot I would argue, particularly about ignoring hype and building security programs that are consistent, resilient, and effective. I discuss in my latest SecurityWeek piece: https://www.securityweek.com/slow-and-steady-security-lessons-from-the-tortoise-and-the-hare/.

Reclaiming Control: How Enterprises Can Fix Broken Security Operations

Remember when those of us working in security operations had a fighting chance to successfully defend the enterprise? I do. Overly complex modern infrastructures have taken much of this ability away. I share some thoughts on how security teams can take it back in my latest SecurityWeek piece: https://www.securityweek.com/reclaiming-control-how-enterprises-can-fix-broken-security-operations/.

Why Sincerity Is a Strategic Asset in Cybersecurity

Strong security doesn’t just rely on tools — it starts with trust, clarity, and sincerity from the top down. I discuss why sincerity is a strategic asset in security in my latest SecurityWeek piece: https://www.securityweek.com/why-sincerity-is-a-strategic-asset-in-cybersecurity/.

Rethinking Success in Security: Why Climbing the Corporate Ladder Isn’t Always the Goal

Rethinking Success in Security: Why Climbing the Corporate Ladder Isn’t Always the Goal. In my latest SecurityWeek piece, I discuss what I believe is an important topic regarding careers in the security field: https://www.securityweek.com/rethinking-success-in-security-why-climbing-the-corporate-ladder-isnt-always-the-goal/.

Actions Over Words: Career Lessons for the Security Professional

In a world full of noise and promises, it’s those who consistently deliver behind the scenes who build the most respected and rewarding careers. I'd advise prioritizing doing over talking. I discuss in my latest SecurityWeek piece: https://www.securityweek.com/actions-over-words-career-lessons-for-the-security-professional/.

Groucho’s Wit, Cloud Complexity, and the Case for Consistent Security Policy

Groucho’s Wit, Cloud Complexity, and the Case for Consistent Security Policy: In my latest SecurityWeek piece, I discuss how Grouch Marx's humor can teach us an important lesson around the importance of applying consistent security policy. https://www.securityweek.com/grouchos-wit-cloud-complexity-and-the-case-for-consistent-security-policy/

Through the Lens of Music: What Cybersecurity Can Learn From Joni Mitchell

What can Joni Mitchell teach us about cloud security? Perhaps more than you might initially think. I discuss in my latest SecurityWeek piece: https://www.securityweek.com/through-the-lens-of-music-what-cybersecurity-can-learn-from-joni-mitchell/.